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This was an outstanding program. The depth and extent of the knowledge of the Licensed Battlefield Guides was impressive. This program was a wonderful way to acquire a better understanding of the lives and times of the townspeople as well as the combatants.

The program exceeded our expectations. The three days at the battlefield, together with the lectures on a variety of subjects really gave us a much better sense of the Civil War, and how the war impacted both the combatants and the civilians who were so very, if not voluntarily, affected by the battle.

This was a wonderful program. It was led by very knowledgeable and passionate folks who make Gettysburg come alive for the participants. Our group was interesting and friendly which made the experience even more enjoyable.

This was exactly the program I was hoping for! Our guides gave us in-depth explanations of the Battle...how it developed, what happened during each of the three days, and the consequences experienced by both sides and the townspeople. They also provided fascinating stories and anecdotes that made the "players" come alive. Accommodations and food were superb and the coordinator (Nancy) and guides (Roger and Rich) catered to our needs and answered our questions thoroughly and with sufficient detail. My first Road Scholar program and certainly not the last!
I unconditionally recommend this program!

The program was excellent. The accommodations and the meals were first rate. The field trips were exceptional thanks to Robin our Battle Field Guide also good lectures by other guides. The staff paid attention to detail and every thing went very smoothly. They could not do enough for us.

Great program! Guides were knowledgable but added stories of the times to make it enjoyable and not like a boring lecture. You could tell they enjoyed their jobs. Wish I had them for history classes in school. The Gettysburg Hotel was lovely with nice size rooms and friendly staff. Food also was very good. This was only my second Road Scholar trip but can't wait to go on another. Oh yes, I am going on another, to France in April 2015! Anyone that has taken a trip to France with Road Scholar let me know about it!

GETTYSBURG, and the 150th commemoration of the 2 most important battles of the Civil War, should be on the list of any history buff. Of many Road Scholar programs I have attended, this was one of the most outstanding. You really get to understand the people and places important in the battle. Besides GETTYSBURG, Road Scholar also offers trips that include VICKSBURG, the battle that allowed complete Union control of the Mississippi River. See GETTYSBURG first.

I highly recommend the Gettysburg Experience to any and all. I can't believe how much I learned! Our hotel had big lovely rooms and the food was excellent. Our guides and lecturers were knowledgable and interesting. The leaders were friendly, helpful, and fun. I give this Road Scholar Experience an A+!

Excellent program with very strong support by on-scene coordinator from YWCA. Content and presentation was excellent and reinforced our understanding of the importance of Gettysburg in our history, both as a signature battle and the venue for Lincoln's marvelous speech Everything was made more enjoyable by accomodations in the great Gettysburg Hotel.

For a first time participant, the Gettysburg experience was everything I had hoped for. I learned facts that I did not know and the socialization with same age and like minded people was very special. I look forward to my next trip. Rosalie Adolf

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